SAM Specialist Microsoft — Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
Zurich Insurance group is looking for a senior SAM specialist who specializes in Microsoft enterprise software to join global
Software Asset Management function with an objective to optimize software contract spend, manage compliance, analyses data, draw the relevant conclusions and then work with others to implement opportunities or remediate risks.
This is a challenging senior role, requiring a broad understanding of IT technology, service management processes and the ability to collaborate with many different stakeholder groups within Zurich Group.
- Zurich Insurance group is looking for a senior SAM specialist who specializes in Microsoft enterprise software to join global
- Software Asset Management function with an objective to optimize software contract spend, manage compliance, analyses data, draw the relevant conclusions and then work with others to implement opportunities or remediate risks.
- Your role As a Software Asset Management Specialist your main responsibilities will involve:
- Understands Microsoft licensing concepts and product use rights on prem as well as in cloud.
- communication and negotiation skills with vendors as well as with internal stakeholders.
Main responsibilities
- Your role As a Software Asset Management Specialist your main responsibilities will involve:
- Understands Microsoft licensing concepts and product use rights on prem as well as in cloud.
- Navigating and leveraging Microsoft software related billing, tracking and measurement systems and tools like Azure Active Directory, CMDB, My Access, Intune, ServiceNow.
- Provide transparency of costs for SW contracts and assure fair allocation of charges to BUs and Service owners based on software usage.
Key requirements
- communication and negotiation skills with vendors as well as with internal stakeholders.
Application process
- Subject matter expertise, in-depth and proven knowledge of Microsoft operations and competencies, with ability to apply and advise on complex software licensing topics and produce ELPs specifically for Microsoft software – user based as well as server based. Enviar candidatura ahora
Company and context
- Negotiate successfully across the organization and with external suppliers/vendors in a constructive and collaborative manner.
- Maintains stakeholder community and enables information sharing environment.
- Proactively identify and drive initiatives to achieve SW related savings, developing best practices and processes, to continuously improve software asset management service and to ensure compliance with budget and contractual requirements.
- Identify necessary changes and play key role in the complex software contract negotiations, manage demand and contract updates, liaise with external vendors, legal, contract and sourcing teams.
- PROVEN PERSONAL TRAITS (addressed through behavioral interview):
- analytical skills, financial and commercial acumen, ability to process data in a complex global organizational environment measurably dominant attention to detail, organizational, productivity, time and project management skills
- ability to interface, influence and network with managers, staff and stakeholders inside and outside of the organization
- communication and negotiation skills with vendors as well as with internal stakeholders. Who we are
- Looking for a challenging and inspiring work environment where you can make a difference?
- At Zurich millions of individuals and businesses place their trust in our products and services every day.
Notes and original content
- Subject matter expertise, in-depth and proven knowledge of Microsoft operations and competencies, with ability to apply and advise on complex software licensing topics and produce ELPs specifically for Microsoft software – user based as well as server based.
- Who we are
- Enviar candidatura ahora
Questions about this listing
What salary does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) lists CHF 51'500 - 88'000 gross per year for this position in Lugano. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status.
How do I apply for this position at Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)'s original listing at careers.zurich.com, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
